Today Steinberg officially announces Nuendo 6, with information on features and functions of the upcoming new version, which will be available in the first quarter of 2013. Here’s a brief overview of some of the main features you’ll find in Nuendo 6:

More information on features and functions in Nuendo 6 plus the product videos can be found here

Information about NEK 6There has been lots of discussion regarding the optional NEK pack. Finally, NEK will remain a part of the Nuendo 6 product line up, but in a different way. Neither is there a separate box nor a DVD medium this time around – no necessity to physically purchase something. All NEK features will be included with the Nuendo 6 DVD. This means the installer will be easily accessible via the Nuendo 6 Start Center. The license code will be provided together with the Nuendo 6 box (for updates from Nuendo 5+NEK and Nuendo 4+NEK) or together with a download of such an update. If you like to use the NEK features for the first time, you simple need to purchase the activation code within the Steinberg online shop.

Nuage System Solution by Yamaha and SteinbergThis is what many post-professionals have waited for years! Yamaha and Steinberg proudly introduce Nuage – a complete, professional post-production environment. The Nuage system solution turns each studio into a cutting-edge command center for audio post-production work. Recording, editing, mixing – Nuendo 6 can be controlled intuitively via the surface of the Nuage controller hardware. Nuendo 6 is the core of the system, consisting of the Nuage controller hardware, analog and digital I/O interfaces, as well as further hardware options such as the Nuendo SyncStation synchronizer.

More information on features and functions of the Nuage system solution can be found here

Intelligent composing assistanceYou don't have to be a musical genius to lay down beautiful harmonies — not when you're using Nuendo 7 NEK. The powerful new Chord Assistant helps you to generate everything from simple pop to complex jazz chord sequences that just sound fabulous.

Want to specify both the first and final chords but have no clue how to get there? This, also, is possible in Nuendo 7 NEK. The Chord Assistant lists chord suggestions from which you can choose — it's all just a click away.

Intelligent composing assistanceYou don't have to be a musical genius to lay down beautiful harmonies — not when you're using Nuendo 7 NEK. The powerful new Chord Assistant helps you to generate everything from simple pop to complex jazz chord sequences that just sound fabulous.

Want to specify both the first and final chords but have no clue how to get there? This, also, is possible in Nuendo 7 NEK. The Chord Assistant lists chord suggestions from which you can choose — it's all just a click away.

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So should we skip N6 and wait for N7 ?

Hello,

No, it's in NEK 6. This error will be corrected asap. Thanks for pointing out.

Information about NEK 6There has been lots of discussion regarding the optional NEK pack. Finally, NEK will remain a part of the Nuendo 6 product line up, but in a different way. Neither is there a separate box nor a DVD medium this time around – no necessity to physically purchase something. All NEK features will be included with the Nuendo 6 DVD. This means the installer will be easily accessible via the Nuendo 6 Start Center. The license code will be provided together with the Nuendo 6 box (for updates from Nuendo 5+NEK and Nuendo 4+NEK) or together with a download of such an update. If you like to use the NEK features for the first time, you simple need to purchase the activation code within the Steinberg online shop.

Does this mean upgrading to Nek 6 will be free if we already own Nek 4 or 5?

the update costs for the NEK update (e.g. Nuendo 5 + NEK to Nuendo 6 + NEK will be slightly higher then for the non-NEK update. The update-paths are basically identical with the current structure. The good news is: it will be cheaper than it is now. The pricing structure will be announced soon.